HOPE Success Stories
Raising Your Hand for Financial Guidance is an Act of Bravery
October 24, 2025Like many Americans, Danna Perdue-Melton grew up in a household where financial literacy was not a common topic of conversation. When Danna finally did start learning about money and credit …
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Rachel Finds a Sense of Community Among Fellow Entrepreneurs
August 25, 2023Entrepreneurs and small business owners come to Operation HOPE at different stages of their business life cycle and with different levels of business knowledge. Most enter the program with just …
Virginia Lands Huge Contract with Operation HOPE’s Help
July 23, 2021Virginia Baket-Jeffcoat joined the Operation HOPE family in December, 2020 when she enrolled in the Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP) facilitated by Ms. Judie Hayes, her financial wellbeing coach. Virginia has …
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Driven by Ambitious Goals and Sacrifice, Homeowner Settles and Succeeds in San Diego
January 31, 2025Written by: Lisa Karel How do you purchase a home in one of the country’s most expensive real estate markets? That was the conundrum for Juliette, who moved to San Diego, …
A Journey of Faith and Hope
January 17, 2025This time last year, I was living in transitional housing after being hospitalized for severe depression and suicidal thoughts. Homeless, jobless, and deeply broken, I believed there was no way …
Small Business Development Stories - View All
Right from the Start: Tim Finds His New Business Mentor with Operation HOPE
August 18, 2022Small business development is a joyous challenge to face, but a challenge nonetheless. For entrepreneurs, the road to success can be both an exercise in patience and partnership just as …
Charlene Enjoys the Sweet Smell of Success
August 12, 2022Charlene Baker always loved the aroma of scented candles, but she enjoyed making them more. Over time she honed her skills to the point where she wanted to turn her …
Homeownership Stories - View All
Laquanda’s Journey to Homeownership—Building a Legacy for Her Sons
October 18, 2024In October 2021, Laquanda, a devoted mother of four and healthcare worker, came to HOPE with a dream: to buy a home and create a better future for her children, …
From Havana to Homeownership: Mr. Delgado’s Story of Hope and Financial Triumph
October 3, 2024In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are proud to highlight Mr. Delgado’s inspiring journey from Cuba to the United States, reflecting the perseverance shared by so many immigrants seeking …